Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO) - Wildlife Feeding

Overview

Our enforcement data highlights that some residents are concerned about wildlife feeding, in particular pigeon feeding, in some locations in the borough namely:

• The pavement outside South Kensington Station
• The pavement outside Gloucester Road Station
• The area outside Holland Park at the junction with Kensington High Street

What is the definition of wildlife feeding? 

Wildlife feeding means providing food for undomesticated animals living in the wild e.g pigeons, foxes, rats, mice.  This consultation does not relate to pets or protected species.

What are the concerns?

Some residents are concerned that wildlife feeding can impact the cleanliness and appearance of the borough. Pigeon droppings, along with discarded food, can attract rats and insects, creating hygiene issues. Pigeon droppings deface buildings and can cause slippery pavements. Pigeon droppings are corrosive and can damage buildings over time.

Consultation on the impact of wildlife feeding

The Council undertook a consultation to consider whether there is a need to introduce additional measures to manage a minority of people who choose to feed wildlife in those locations and other parts of the borough.

The results of the consultation highlighted a range of antisocial behaviour associated with wildlife feeding is experienced by Kensington and Chelsea residents. There was also strong support for the introduction of a Public Spaces Protection Order to prohibit wildlife feeding in the three specific locations highlighted earlier on this page.

Proposed Public Spaces Protection Order (PSPO)

This has led to the development of a proposed PSPO, to which we would welcome your views before a decision is made on whether to adopt the PSPO or not.

Why your views matter

Your input on the proposed PSPO is crucial in shaping the proposed PSPO to align with the needs and concerns of residents.

If you have any queries, require a paper copy of the feedback survey, or require assistance in other languages, please email environmentalhealth@rbkc.gov.uk or telephone 020 7361 3002